“Whilst the general fall in dissent across the leagues involved has been fantastic to see, it is the collective sentiment towards the scheme and desire to continue with it that have been particularly encouraging.”

A total of 31 leagues at step seven or below, as well as tier five and below in the women’s English football pyramid took part last season, resulting in a 38% reduction in dissent.

This campaign 61 other leagues will join the trial,including the KCL, while in 2019-20 all leagues at step seven or below will join.